After reportedly being eradicated from the U.S. in 2000, there were four times more outbreaks of measles in the U.S. in 2024 than in 2023, according to the CDC.

Two of the four cases are in Lubbock, which hasn’t seen a case in more than 20 years. Meanwhile, measles vaccination rates in Texas have fallen over the last four years.

Texas sees first measles cases since 2023, with confirmed cases in Harris and Lubbock counties, highlighting the importance of vaccination.

Meanwhile in the Panhandle, Republicans were less excited that Burrows won the speaker contest thanks largely to Democrats.

Advocates worry that rapidly shifting federal and state immigration initiatives will prompt more city police to funnel migrants without criminal records to federal agents.

The City of Lubbock is honored to be recognized for its contribution to Texas' thriving digital media market."

Texas, said the number of air traffic controllers currently staffed at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is only about half of what the Federal Aviation

On this date in Texas history, freshman Kevin Durant recorded a historic performance during a trip to Texas Tech.

Texas lawmakers have announced their priorities for the 89th legislative session, with a greater investment in water infrastructure across the state being among the top ten. The joint resolution

The Texas Driving Report by LendingTree has the city of Lubbock ranked No. 4 for the best drivers in the state of Texas.

AUSTIN – Shortly after Lubbock Republican Rep. Dustin Burrows was elected Texas House speaker, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick questioned the legitimacy of his victory and issued a legislative challenge. Perhaps it was a threat. Pass conservative measures or else, Patrick suggested in a social media post and news release.

The veteran president of the Texas Senate and the new speaker of the House did not start out on the same page.